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Monthly Archives: November 2010
The Enduring Appeal of Tudor Women
Today’s post is a guest article by author and historian, Linda Porter. It gives me great pleasure to welcome Linda back to On the Tudor Trail. Read my exclusive interview with Linda here. THE ENDURING APPEAL OF TUDOR WOMEN BY … Continue reading
King Henry VIII’s Palaces & Royal Houses
I was recently searching the Internet trying to find a list of Henry VIII’s palaces and houses but was unable to find a complete list online. I am though lucky enough to own Simon Thurley’s The Royal Palaces of Tudor … Continue reading
The Virgin Queen’s Fatal Affair- Who Killed Amy Robsart?
There has been much discussion of late about the recently aired (in the UK) documentary, The Virgin Queen’s Fatal Affair. Here is Channel 5 website’s description: “Did a controversial love affair between Elizabeth I and her confidante Robert Dudley lead … Continue reading
December book giveaway competition- The King’s Rose by Alisa Libby
Yesterday I announced the winner of our November book giveaway competition at On the Tudor Trail, congratulations again Kelly! And today I am very happy to post the details of our December book giveaway competition. This time the lucky winner … Continue reading
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Tagged Alisa Libby, Book giveaway, Catherine Howard, The King's Rose, Tudor book
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Henry VIII and Travel
I have just finished reading a very interesting and informative article about Henry VIII and travel. In the article Dr Glen Richardson describes the reasons behind the regular moves made by the court. He states that “Henry usually travelled to … Continue reading
Little Sodbury Manor hosts King Henry VIII & Anne Boleyn
During their 1535 summer progress, King Henry VIII and Queen Anne Boleyn stayed at Little Sodbury. The manor, originally built in the 15th century, was the home of Sir John Walsh and his wife. The Walshes had employed William Tyndale … Continue reading
